Associations to the word «Bryum»

Wiktionary

BRYUM, proper noun. A taxonomic genus within the family Bryaceae   — typical mosses.

Dictionary definition

BRYUM, noun. Type genus of the Bryaceae: mosses distinguished by mostly erect and tufted gametophytes and symmetrical short-necked capsules.

Wise words

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